Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice
Rockport, ME · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 201508)
CMS process measure: 94.46 (state average 98.69 — below state average)
Serves: 79 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (207) 284-4566 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice has earned a 4-star CAHPS family caregiver rating, with 89% of surveyed caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it. On CMS's composite process measure, it scored 94.46 compared to the Maine state average of 98.69, placing it below the state average on that measure.
Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice serves 79 ZIP codes from its Rockport, Maine office in York County. Families in the surrounding area may be eligible for care from this provider, though contacting the hospice directly can confirm coverage for a specific address.
Yes, Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice is Medicare-certified, with CCN 201508, certified since 1992. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients once a doctor certifies their eligibility.
About this hospice
Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Rockport, Maine, operating under an 'Other' ownership classification and certified since March 10, 1992. This means the hospice has provided end-of-life care for over three decades under Medicare's oversight.
According to CMS Care Compare survey data (CAHPS family caregiver survey), the hospice has earned a 4-star rating. Among surveyed family caregivers, 89% said they would definitely recommend this hospice to others, and 79% rated their overall experience 9 or 10 out of 10. These figures reflect the direct experiences of families who worked with this hospice team.
On CMS's composite process measure, which tracks how consistently core hospice care processes are delivered, this hospice scored 94.46, compared to the Maine state average of 98.69 — placing it below the state average on this measure. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 59.7% of patients received visits in their final days of life, per the data provided.
The hospice serves a broad area, covering 79 ZIP codes from its Rockport, York County office. This wide reach suggests families across a large part of the region may be eligible for care from this provider.
All figures above come from CMS Care Compare data. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; this listing does not include cost information beyond that fact.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice is Medicare-certified (CCN 201508), certified since March 10, 1992, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
CMS's CAHPS survey gives this hospice a 4-star rating, with 89% of family caregivers saying they would definitely recommend it and 79% rating their experience 9 or 10 out of 10.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
Its composite process score is 94.46, compared to Maine's state average of 98.69, placing it below the state average on this measure.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
It serves 79 ZIP codes from its Rockport, Maine office in York County.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 79 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists its ownership type as 'Other.' Ownership type can reflect organizational structure, but CMS quality data should be reviewed directly to assess care quality regardless of ownership.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since March 10, 1992, over three decades of certification.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided at any stage of a serious illness alongside curative treatment, while hospice care is generally for patients who have decided to stop curative treatment and focus on comfort near the end of life.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Choosing hospice means shifting the focus of care to comfort and quality of life rather than curing an illness; it is a care decision, not giving up, and patients can discuss goals of care with their medical team at any time.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify care settings; please contact the hospice at (207) 284-4566 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the intake process; please contact the hospice at (207) 284-4566 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about caregiver survey ratings, service area, staffing, and how the hospice communicates with patients and families; contact the hospice at (207) 284-4566 to discuss specifics.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up this hospice using CCN 201508 at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/201508?state=ME.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.